Roll Up, Roll Up: Nine Fringe Shows Not To Be Missed

More than 1300 shows are rolling through SA this Adelaide Fringe, transforming our festival state into one giant celebration of arts, culture and creativity for 31 days. Here’s where you’ll find our bums on seats…

La Ronda

What: A groundbreaking variety show featuring a cast of talented performers from across the globe who blur the lines between identities and boundaries in this thrilling experience.

When: February 14–March 23 | The Spiegeltent @ The Garden of Unearthly Delights | Tickets

Why? A seductive and delightful evening of artists, acrobats and aristocrats. What more could you want?

LIMBO – The Return

What: Settle in for an intoxicating mix of cabaret, circus and acrobatics set against a backdrop of invigorating live music from composer Sxip Shirey.

When: February 14–March 23 | The Spiegeltent @ The Garden of Unearthly Delights | Tickets

Why? LIMBO is back bigger and better than before, with some of the world’s best acrobats strutting their stuff. A feast for the eye.

My COusin Vlad – Life’s A Joke

What: Sydney-based realtor turned stand-up comic, My Cousin Vlad, delivers a satirical look at ethnic culture in modern Australia.

When: March 1 | The Suburban Brew - Glynde | Tickets

Why? Whether discussing his family, politics, culture or the best colognes from the 2000’s, Vlad will have you rolling in the aisles with his relatable humour.

27 Club

What: Some of Australia’s best musicians return to pay tribute to the rock icons (think Janis

Joplin and Kurt Cobain) who passed away at the age of 27 with this award-winning show.

When: February 21–March 23 | The Fantail @ Gluttony | Tickets

Why: This isn’t a cringe tribute show. Settle in for a spectacular evening of good old-fashioned rock and roll that will have you dancing in your seat.

The Mirror

What: Go on a thrilling journey of self-discovery with Gravity & Other Myths’ Ekrem Phoenix and Darcy Grant’s award-winning acrobatic performance.

When: February 20–March 23 | The Octagon @ Gluttony | Tickets

Why: A visually stunning contemporary take on performance art that merges acrobatics and high-level dance with electronic compositions. Breathtaking.

Ross Noble

What: Dive deep into the wild and wacky mind of stand-up comedian Ross Noble as he presents his new and hilarious show, Cranium of Curiosities.

When: February 21–March 23 | The Roundhouse @ The Garden of Unearthly Delights | Tickets

Why: The honorary Aussie never fails to entertain with his surreal brand of comedy that’s fun for the whole family.

John Safran – Squatting AT Kanye’s And Other Adventures

What: Aussie personality, author and documentary maker John Safran reveals all about squatting in Kanye West’s LA mansion and his attempts to meet the elusive celebrity.

When: March 22–23 | The Spiegeltent @ The Garden of Unearthly Delights | Tickets

Why? Safran is a captivating chatter whose enthralling stories will have you questioning your own life choices.

Confessions Club

What: Explore themes of sex, love and arousal with this interactive dance, cabaret and burlesque show that’s strictly adults only.

When: March 7–15 | Nexus Arts Venue | Tickets

Why? Titillate the senses and explore your deepest desires in a safe and inclusive space.

The Presets DJ Set

What: This award-winning Aussie electronic duo will bring their biggest hits to Adelaide when they take over Gluttony for one night only.

When: March 15 | The Fantail @ Gluttony | Tickets

Why? Knock back a few cold ones and dance under the stars as The Presets play banger after banger in this electrifying DJ set.